Gold And Silver Prices Shine On Diwali Lakshmi Puja Day
As Diwali celebrations lit up homes in India, demand for gold and silver remained strong after touching record highs on Dhanteras. From Delhi to Chennai and Kolkata to Mumbai, prices of these precious metals showed a unique trend influenced by domestic demand and global cues.
Meanwhile, in the international markets, gold prices pared losses from the record high as trade tension between the US and China appeared to be decreasing ahead of the US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s meeting next week.
The gold futures were trading 0.24% down at $4,349.24 an ounce as of 11:15 a.m.
Silver prices also declined sharply. It was trading 1.72% down at $50.50 as of 11:18 a.m.
Gold Rates In Different Cities
Here are the gold rates on October 21, Dhanteras 2025 in cities across India.
- Mumbai: The gold rates in Mumbai retreated from record highs. It was trading at Rs 1,32,991 per 10 grams for 24 carat. Meanwhile, silver was trading at Rs 1,67,395 per 1,000 grams.
- Delhi: The bullion was trading at Rs 1,33,089 per 10 grams for 24 carat. Silver was at Rs 1,67,370 per 1,000 grams.
- Kolkata: Gold was trading at Rs 1,32,560 per 10 grams for 24 carat. Silver was at Rs 1,67,393 per 1,000 grams.
- Chennai: Gold was trading at Rs 1,33,161 per 10 grams for 24 carat. Meanwhile, silver was at Rs 1,67,322 per 1,000 grams.
- Bengaluru: Gold was at Rs 1,32,924 per 10 grams for 24 carat, while silver was at Rs 1,67,200 per 1,000 grams.
- Chandigarh: Gold was trading at Rs 1,32,779 per 10 grams for 24 carat, while silver was at Rs 1,67,226 per 1,000 grams.
Note: Gold rates are reflective of market trends and interest rates. The prices may vary slightly by store and location. For precise rates and making charges, check with your local jeweller.
Investing In Gold And Silver
Investing in gold and silver can be a great way to diversify your portfolio and hedge against inflation. With the current gold prices trend and silver prices trend, it’s essential to stay updated on the latest news and trends in the precious metals market.
For Indian investors, gold investment options such as gold ETFs, gold mutual funds, and gold coins are available. Similarly, silver investment options such as silver ETFs, silver mutual funds, and silver coins are also available.
Before investing in gold and silver, it’s essential to do your research and consult with a financial advisor. You can also stay updated on the latest gold news and silver news to make informed investment decisions.
